Wormwood Extract

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Wormwood Extract, Artemisia absinthium, in 25% Ethanol and Purified Water

Grown in Siberia, Europe, and the US, wormwood (Artemisia absinthium) has been used for centuries to treat parasites internally and as a hemostatic externally. Wormwood also had a plethora of disparate uses including treatment of sore eyes, the common cold, as a hair tonic, and to bring down the swelling of wounds. It is considered one of the most bitter herbs and is used for a bitter tonic, especially to eliminate intestinal worms.

Wormwood is also known to counteract fevers, regulate the liver, treat anemia, and reduce arthritis symptoms. The herb has been used for a variety of female conditions including promoting menstruation, stimulating uterine circulation, and relieving menstrual cramps.

An excellent remedy for those with weak, sluggish digestion, toxins and congestion in the gut, liver problems The chamazulene in the volatile oil has an anti-inflammatory effect in the digestive tract. Wormwood is believed to boosts the immune system, detoxify the body and clears heat and congestion. 

Wormwood has also been used as a nervine tonic and is one of the main ingredients for the alcoholic drink absinthe (See HC News, February 13, 2009).

Contraindications: Because it is such a powerful herb, it should be used sparingly, only for short periods of time, and not used during pregnancy or given to children.

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